Recoilless Rifles Go Back to Artillery Carl Gustaf M42 20mm recoilless rifleThe Carl Gustaf 20mm recoilless rifle is a Swedish-designed anti-tank weapon developed in the 1940s. Lightweight and effective, it paved the way for the more famous Carl Gustaf 8.4cm system.Carl Gustaf 8.4 cm recoilless rifleThe Carl Gustaf 8.4cm recoilless rifle is a versatile and widely used Swedish multi-role weapon. Known for its adaptability, it has been in service since the 1940s and continues to see global use.M40 recoilless rifleThe M40 is an American 106mm recoilless rifle used primarily for anti-tank and infantry support roles. Introduced in the 1950s, it saw extensive service in conflicts such as the Vietnam War.SPG-9A Soviet recoilless gun designed for infantry and light vehicle use. It fires high-explosive anti-tank (HEAT) rounds with a range of up to 1,300 meters. Compact and portable, it remains in use in many countries for anti-armor and fire support roles.B-10 recoilless rifleThe B-10 is a Soviet 82mm recoilless rifle designed for infantry anti-tank use. Compact and portable, it served with numerous countries during the Cold War and remains in limited use today.